2018 - $30 - 2 oz. Pure Silver Coin - 110th Anniversary of the Royal Canadian Mint

In 1908, the future Royal Canadian Mint was first known as the Ottawa branch of Britain's Royal Mint. The Canadian facility was originally scheduled to open its doors in January 1907, but it was re-scheduled to November of that year to ensure machinery and staff were in place. By late summer, however, the lack of a perimeter fence caused great concern and led to further delays; with the completion of the fence and guardhouse that still stand today, the official opening took place on January 2, 1908.

In the heart of Ottawa, Ont., an imposing wrought-iron fence guards a fortress-like complex where history is both made and commemorated. In honour of the Royal Canadian Mint's 110th anniversary, this filigree gate-themed offering pays homage to the heritage building that has borne witness to our historic milestones, along with the wrought-iron gates that have safeguarded it since 1908. The colour-over-engraved design is a familiar sight to anyone who has visited our castle-like facilities in Ottawa; but your coin's most striking feature is perhaps the elaborate reproduction of our wrought-iron gates, which have carefully safeguarded our world of coins since the very beginning.

Specifications
No. 166165
Mintage 4,000
Composition 99.99% pure silver
Finish proof
Weight (g) 62.69
Diameter (mm) 50
Edge serrated
Certificate serialized
Face value 30 dollars
Artist Steve McPhee (reverse), Susanna Blunt (obverse)